I just got back from a conference that took place in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida, where I enjoyed not only the beach and waves but also some fabulous seafood. Believe it or not, I’m glad to be home, though. Autumn in central Illinois is simply gorgeous–the nights have turned cool, the trees are blazing orange and yellow, and the Honey Crisp apples are ripe. I do live this time of year!

I’ve got some updates to my website.

• The new Book of the Month is Sally MacKenzie’s The Naked Baron.
• Notorious Pleasures has a new and improved cover–take a look and let me know what you think.
• The Maiden Lane series Cast of Characters is up.
• And you still have time to enter my website contest!

Finally, I’ve got an exciting contest up on Facebook: In October I’ll be giving away a $100 gift certificate to Borders bookstore. To enter the contest all you have to do is “like” my Facebook fan page. That’s it! And if you’re already a fan, don’t worry–you’re entered into the contest.

Enjoy!